NobleK: (6. Aug 2008 13:28)

Thank you for all the replies. I’ve decided to wait with the Camponotus Ligniperda until we move to a larger home where I will be able to provide them all the needed conditions, especially when it comes to hibernation. Putting them in our (only) fridge is not really an option since, A there is not that much room, and B my wife is not as enthusiastic about ants as I am and she most definitely would not approve of this :roll: :)
So I am putting my antkeeping plans on standby for a while, unless there is a suitable alternative. miszt has mentioned choosing a tropical specie, which definitely sounds interesting. However, “tropical” also sounds somewhat exotic and advanced, so I fear that it may be too much for a beginner like me. Is there a tropical specie which is easy to handle and does not require too much care/knowledge/equipment. I am not interesting in acquiring a colony and finding out that I am not able to provide the little guys (or gals really :lol: ) with the conditions they need.

Thanx in advance!

JimmyVe: (6. Aug 2008 18:57)

Well there are some exotic species that are not really hard to keep, still it would be better if you have some experience with keeping ants.
Exotic species need extra heating and a bit more care than European ants.
Maybe you can read a bit about them and see if you like all of the things (like heating and stuff). Take a look at a few Exotic Camponotus species. (you can use the Search engine here at Antstore).

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